Archive for March, 2009

Prefab Architect and Green Guru Michelle Kaufmann Addresses Looming Water Crisis in New White Paper

In "Turning the Tides of Crisis: Prioritizing Water Conservation Before it's Too Late," Kaufmann outlines blueprint to avoiding "water bankruptcy." (PRWeb Mar 31, 2009)
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Success of Controlling Emerald Ash Borer in City of Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan Released on YouTube

"City Saves Trees from Emerald Ash Borer" video segment showing the successful control and treatment of EAB since 2002 in the City of Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan was released on the YouTube Web site today. (PRWeb Mar 31, 2009)
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Strictly Sail Pacific® & Power Boat Expo Offers Something for Everyone

Newly Combined Sail and Power Show Features Educational Seminars, a Host of Free, Hands-On Activities for Boaters of All Ages, Plus the Latest Sailboats, Power Boats, Accessories, and Gear (PRWeb Mar 31, 2009)
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Stalker Radar Introduces Pro II Surface Velocity Radar (SVR)

Stalker Radar announced the release of its new Stalker Pro II Surface Velocity Radar (SVR) designed specifically for measuring flow in rivers, streams, and other bodies of water. (PRWeb Mar 31, 2009)
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Green Building Consultant Says LEED Training Brings Benefits, With or Without Certification

Top green building consulting firm offers updated LEED training programs that enhance both new building projects as well as the greening of existing buildings. (PRWeb Mar 31, 2009)
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Aztec Solar Power Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

Entrepreneur, Sharon Altman, takes helm of Philadelphia area's premier solar installer helping deliver a cleaner & greener Pennsylvania (PRWeb Mar 30, 2009)
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BioChar Brokers Offers First Online and Retail Sales of EternaGreen™ BioChar

On the heels of the U.N.'s environmental report recommending black carbon reductions, EternaGreen™ will significantly combat global warming. BioChar Brokers, Inc. now offers the world's first online and retail pre-sales of EternaGreen™ BioChar, a soil amendment that promises to help significantly combat global warming with its numerous benefits to the environment. (PRWeb Mar 30, 2009)
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Aquascape, Inc. Launches RainXchange Rain Barrel Rainwater Recycling System

Aquascape launches new rainwater recycling product for rainwater harvesting, storage, and reuse. (PRWeb Mar 30, 2009)
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A Solution to the Problem of Global Warming

Global warming is blamed for increasingly destructive storms and droughts. A new invention, purported to provide an end-to-end solution to global warming, is described in Dolphin Blue's Straight Talk on Sustainability Forum: A Solution to the Problem of Global Warming by Thomas Manaugh, PhD. (PRWeb Mar 30, 2009)
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North Woods Field Guides Launches App For iPhone

Now on the iPhone or iPod Touch, you can find informative nature guides, outlining everything from animal tracks to different types of fish, wildflowers and more. These guides were created by North Woods Field Guides, Inc., a company based in the Adirondacks of Upstate NY. (PRWeb Mar 28, 2009)
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Canvas Becomes the First British Tour Operator to Introduce Eco Showers

Camping holidays have always been considered green due to their low carbon footprint and close proximity to nature. However, Canvas Holidays have taken things a step further and become the first British camping holiday operator to introduce Eco Camel showers to their overseas campsites. For more information, please visit http://www.canvasholidays.co.uk. (PRWeb Mar 29, 2009)
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Wahaso and Atlantis Water Management to Partner in Water Harvesting Systems

Water Harvesting Solutions (Wahaso) and Atlantis Water Management have entered into a strategic alliance to promote the recycling of rainwater and stormwater captured in the Atlantis cavern system in commercial buildings. Wahaso will provide the systems to treat and pressurize harvested water to irrigate landscaping, flush toilets and other uses. The use of harvested water [...]

Thirsty British Businesses Can Stem the Tide

With reports predicting water is set to become an increasingly scarce and expensive resource[1 and that UK businesses are using enough of it every year to fill 2.6 million Olympic-sized swimming pools(2), sustainable business experts Envirowise are warning businesses that they could be pouring money down the drain. (PRWeb Mar 29, 2009)
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ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Uses e-log Siding On A Second Home Project

The e-log log siding including the newly patent pending "saddle notch" corner system was selected to be used on ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition on a "Hearts & Hands for Heroes" project in Jamesville NC. The project will air on Sunday May 3, 2009 at 8/7 c on ABC. (PRWeb Mar 27, 2009)
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Cognis QTA® Joins National Biodiesel Board Webinar Program

Cognis Corporation, through its QTA® System business has partnered with the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) as the exclusive InfraRed analytical system Webinar partner through AllThingsBiodiesel.com. (PRWeb Mar 27, 2009)
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Howard Hanson, Resource Sentinel, Questions President Obama Change Plan, Extends Invitation to CERA Conference

Howard Hanson, founder of the Resource Party and The Resource Sentinel equal rights advocates group, is calling into question components of the Obama change plan that directly affect Indian rights, Minnesota tourism and economic conditions, and the general infringement on the rights of individuals to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. (PRWeb Mar 27, [...]

GMP & IBM Put Old Man Winter to Work Cutting Energy Use

GMP Grant Makes "Free Cooling" a Cost-Saving Reality at Essex Plant (PRWeb Mar 26, 2009)
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Ask Rick the Contractor Any DIY Home Improvement Questions or Professional Advice; Showroom411 Launches a New Free Feature

Ask Rick is a wonderful source to ask an actual contractor any DIY or home improvement questions and get free advice. Rick has been a contractor for over 40 years and is available to answer any home improvement questions from Showroom411's free members. It’s like having your own personal contractor in your back pocket. [...]

Flick the Switch from Glass to Cask During Earth Hour March 28th

Make a Toast for Better Wine and a Better World with Premium Casks (PRWeb Mar 26, 2009)
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California Wilderness Coalition Applauds U.S. House Passage of California Wild Places and Scenic Rivers Protection Bill

Bi-partisan bill passed today in U.S. House goes to Obama for signature. 111th Congress takes historic action to protect wild lands and rivers. (PRWeb Mar 26, 2009)
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Reclamation Makes Draft EA/FONSI Available for Vegetation and Sediment Removal at Little Panoche Detention Dam

The Bureau of Reclamation has released a Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the proposed implementation of a 10-year program to remove accumulated vegetation and sediment at the Little Panoche Detention Dam. (PRWeb Mar 25, 2009)
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The Nature Conservancy Applauds Passage of Historic Public Lands Act

Historic and bipartisan act supports many crucial efforts at the local, state and national levels to protect and conserve natural places and wildlife. (PRWeb Mar 25, 2009)
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Water District Board Calls for 15 Percent Mandatory Conservation

Today, the Santa Clara Valley Water District board of directors unanimously passed a resolution declaring a water shortage alert and calling upon the cities, the county and water retailers to immediately activate their existing drought ordinances and enforce a mandatory 15 percent reduction in water use. The board's decision to move from voluntary to mandatory [...]

Gruskin Group™ Plants 3,000 Trees to Offset Carbon Footprint

With its' 'green' and 'sustainable' business approach, Gruskin Group™ has begun to implement numerous strategies to reduce their carbon footprint impact on the environment. (PRWeb Mar 25, 2009)
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Batman Teams with Senator Katherine Laforge to Help Free America from OPEC

Batman is a true super hero to Senator Katherine Laforge. With stakes higher than they've ever been before, Batman and his supporters race to solve the energy crisis that threatens to enslave America to OPEC forever. The message that Batman and Senator Katherine Laforge want to bring to the public is that alternative [...]

Kids Teaching Kids the Way to a Greener Planet

Just in time for Earth Day, children's author Jill Ammon Vanderwood is excited to introduce you to some very special families who live green and kids who really make a difference for the environment. In her new children's book, What's It Like, Living Green? Kids Teaching Kids, by the Way They Live, kids [...]

New Florida Television Program Will Show Viewers How to ‘Do’ Florida

A Lake Mary, Florida, television production company is producing an innovative new television show that features how-to segments on outdoor activities across the state. The show will be broadcast across Central Florida and aired on cable networks throughout the state.The first show will feature how to surf, shrimp and kayak in the New Smyrna Beach [...]

Energy Leaders Gather in Houston; Call for Balanced, Careful Approach to Energy Policy

Houston Mayor Bill White, speaking to a group of executives who represent an array of energies ranging from solar and wind to nuclear, coal and traditional oil and gas, cautioned Washington to tread carefully when putting together U.S. energy policy. (PRWeb Mar 24, 2009)
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J Public Relations — A Top Travel Public Relations Firm Expands Client Portfolio With Three Diverse, Trend Setting New Clients

JPR Adds The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, Suite & Tender and Nika Water to Growing List of Marquee Clients (PRWeb Mar 24, 2009)
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WSI Energycast Outlook Calls for Cool Spring in Northern U.S.; Generally Warm South

WSI expects the upcoming three-month period (April-June) to average cooler than normal across much of the northern tier of the U.S. along with parts of the Southeast, with above-normal temperatures across the south-central and southwestern U.S. The WSI seasonal outlooks reference a standard 30-year normal (1971-2000). (PRWeb Mar 24, 2009)
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78 Percent of Online Shoppers Value Green-Powered Websites

- Today's websites can benefit from environmental practices - Most online shoppers believe ecommerce companies should look to green service providers (PRWeb Mar 24, 2009)
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Reclamation Signs Final Record of Decision on Southern Delivery System Pipeline

The Bureau of Reclamation has released the Record of Decision on the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Southern Delivery System. (PRWeb Mar 23, 2009)
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How to Green Your Home, Improve Energy Efficiency and Decrease Utility Bills

My Green Home Plan by MaGrann™ shows homeowners how they can spend less money, enjoy more comfort while saving energy and our environment. (PRWeb Mar 23, 2009)
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iPhorest for iPhone is Now Available on the App Store: Plant a real Tree From Your iPhone

Not all apps needs to be killer. iPhactory is happy to bring one that is living. Plant a tree virtually and in real life. (PRWeb Mar 23, 2009)
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Green Forum Announces Successful Launch

Green Forum announces successful launch. The Green Forum is dedicated to the discussion of green technologies and trends, and is designed to be a fun, entertaining and valuable resource to help foster a sustainable environment. "Start living sustainably today" (PRWeb Mar 23, 2009)
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A Barber, a Barista and Their Bicycling Dream

Beginning on April 3rd, 2009, two brothers will begin a round-the-world bicycle trip to raise money with which to aid orphans in India. The expedition will begin in Bellingham, Washington, and head east. Their goal is to raise $2 million and 100% of the money will support the cause. Andrew and Randall [...]

World Water Day Highlights Value of Water Resources

The American Water Works Association (AWWA), the authoritative resource on safe water, today joined the United Nations and water advocates throughout the world in recognizing the 16th annual World Water Day, observed March 22, 2009. (PRWeb Mar 20, 2009)
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Water District Staff Recommends 15 Percent Mandatory Conservation

The statewide drought coupled with a two-thirds cut in imported water from the Sierra Snowpack means the Santa Clara Valley Water District must rely more heavily on its reserves to meet demand. Following a thorough analysis of current water supply conditions, water district staff has concluded a 15 percent reduction in water use is needed [...]

The Glory of Green

FishHawk Ranch Becomes the Largest Community in Tampa and the First in Hillsborough County to be a certified "Green" Development (PRWeb Mar 20, 2009)
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Premier Power Renews Contract with Varazo

Varazo (www.varazo.com), Inc. announced that it will be extending its existing partnership with Premier Power throughout the year 2009. In the renewed one year contract, Varazo will provide search engine optimization and pay per click marketing services to the solar energy company. (PRWeb Mar 20, 2009)
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